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Accessing Enki

You can access Enki from any internet connected computer using your library card number and PIN. If you do not know your PIN, you can reset it by visiting any Oakland Public Library location or by calling (510) 238-3134.

What you do next depends on what type of file you are downloading and to what type of device. You can find information for most devices on the Enki help page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Enki?

The Enki Library is a shared, open-source eBook Network that allows California libraries to own and store eBooks for access by library patrons; to share access to more content than any individual library can purchase on its own; to add features and functionality lacking in current third-party vendor models; and to share access to unique local digitized content with other libraries within the Network.

What type of ebook content is available through Enki?

Currently Enki Library offers access to PDF and EPUB ebook formats.

Content is currently focused on smaller and independent publishers including, but not limited to, Workman, National Highlights, Akashic, Dzanc, InfoBase, Permanent Press, Crossroad, Xist and Smashwords.

The collection includes nonfiction titles suitable for elementary to high school level reports in the area of science, countries, biographies, etc. A search for publishers such as Infobase Learning or Mason Crest Broomall will result in some of these nonfiction titles. A keyword search on "juvenile nonfiction" also works.